Angel Di Maria

PSG appear out of the running for Angel Di Maria, with the Parisians unable to move any of their high earners off the books and raise funds for a move for the Argentine.

But that does open the door for Man United, who are short of world-class players for the wide positions. Louis van Gaal may lean on the 3-5-2 formation, but the Dutchman is likely to move to something resembling a 4-3-3 as well.

Di Maria, however, is able to play centrally in the midfield, after being successfully converted by Carlo Ancelotti. One way or another, the Argentine would offer a significant upgrade in multiple positions at Old Trafford.

Real Madrid are said to be asking for well over £50 million, but United can’t afford to look past players of this quality.